Por Uma Nova Epistemologia da Enfermagem: Um Cuidar Post-Humano?

Background: The classical currents of 20th century Humanism whose epistemological basis lies in the concept of logos and the notion that man is the measure of all things, which were adopted as the core of nursing care identity, no longer fit the parameters of hyper-technological/digital societies. O...

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Published inReferência (Coimbra) Vol. serIV; no. 8; pp. 141 - 148
Main Authors Ana Paula Teixeira deAlmeida Vieira Monteiro, Curado, Manuel
Format Journal Article
LanguagePortuguese
Published Coimbra Escola Superior de Enfermagem de Coimbra 01.03.2016
Escola Superior de Enfermagem de Coimbra - Unidade de Investigação em Ciências da Saúde - Enfermagem
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NURSING
epistemologia
epistemology
technological development
humanism
atención de enfermería
humanismo
cuidados de enfermagem
desenvolvimento tecnológico
desarrollo tecnológico
nursing care
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Summary:Background: The classical currents of 20th century Humanism whose epistemological basis lies in the concept of logos and the notion that man is the measure of all things, which were adopted as the core of nursing care identity, no longer fit the parameters of hyper-technological/digital societies. Objectives: To reflect on the impact of intensive biotechnology and cyborgization of the human body on building a new epistemology of nursing centered on the concept of Post-Human. Main topics under analysis: Based on a conceptual framework and taking into account the theoretical references of nursing about caring, we intend to conduct an epistemological analysis of technology, Post-Humanism currents, and cyborg ontology. Conclusion: The technological innovation and the cyborgization of the human body should translate into new concepts of care. Nursing research and education should contribute to develop a reflective and ethically responsible professional care, rather than focus on technopractical aspects and on a pragmatic and utilitarian knowledge.
ISSN:0874-0283
2182-2883
DOI:10.12707/RIV15069